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Really, really fed up with Time Warner here and looking to make a move. Problem is D* still lacks many of the HD channels I want. Any ideas on networks like Cooking, Headline News, G4, DIY, LMN & Oxygen (WAF Required), Reelz, & TVLand. For being the self proclaimed "HD Leader" they sure are missing a ton of basic HD channels. The HD selection is really the only thing keeping me with Time Warner. The equipment and new guide system is garbage. I want to make the move even though I'd need to add an OTA setup, but there are a few core channels they just don't carry among many more that I can pass up. I'm going by the website print list, so if they've added any recently, please advise.

Since DirecTV dropped G4 in SD several years ago and has shown no interest in bringing it back, I would not look forwarded G4 in HD ever being on DirecTV. I expect a few of the others on your list to be added within the next year, and the remaining ones to be added within the next three years.

Since DirecTV dropped G4 in SD several years ago and has shown no interest in bringing it back, I would not look forwarded G4 in HD ever being on DirecTV. I expect a few of the others on your list to be added within the next year, and the remaining ones to be added within the next three years.

[Disclaimer] The definition of "soon" is based solely on DirecTV's interpretation of the word, and all similarities with dictionary definitions of the word "soon" are purely coincidental and should not be interpreted as a time frame that will come to pass within a reasonable amount of time.

He's not sure what it is with just the marker "DTV" on it. 9755 is a "mix" channel.

All the "Grand Slam" Tennis tournaments are over for the year with the U.S. Open just finished, and the same with the PGA Golf tournaments. (There isn't even anything *close* to a tournament of size until the Ryder cup on Sept 28-30, which is not big enough for 5 or 6 channels).

With one of em being a mix channel, what could these be? Not so sure about PAC12, although a mix channel could be possible. But they wouldn't need 5 part time HD either, 2 will do just fine for almost all conflicts.... so I don't think that is it.

Speculations, speculations, what major event needs 5 channels + mix channel that is coming up soon?

[Disclaimer] The definition of "soon" is based solely on DirecTV's interpretation of the word, and all similarities with dictionary definitions of the word "soon" are purely coincidental and should not be interpreted as a time frame that will come to pass within a reasonable amount of time.

He's not sure what it is with just the marker "DTV" on it. 9755 is a "mix" channel.

All the "Grand Slam" Tennis tournaments are over for the year with the U.S. Open just finished, and the same with the PGA Golf tournaments. (There isn't even anything *close* to a tournament of size until the Ryder cup on Sept 28-30, which is not big enough for 5 or 6 channels).

With one of em being a mix channel, what could these be? Not so sure about PAC12, although a mix channel could be possible. But they wouldn't need 5 part time HD either, 2 will do just fine for almost all conflicts.... so I don't think that is it.

Speculations, speculations, what major event needs 5 channels + mix channel that is coming up soon?

I'm going with PAC12.. I know he said a mix channel, but maybe not??? I bet we hear that Pac12 goes live by this weekend.. Crossing fingers

For "just the facts" about Directv HD additions you might want to check out Sixto's excellent thread. He keeps the first post in that thread updated with notices of all new HD channel additions.

About half-way down the first post in Sixto's National HD Listing thread you'll see a table showing additions by date. The most recent HD additions were BBCA-HD, NatGeoWild-Hd, DisneyJr-HD and beIN Sports Hd on 8/15.

Strike Up the Band (musical), a 1927 Broadway musical with music by George and Ira Gershwin"Strike Up the Band" (song), a song from the musicalStrike Up the Band (film), a 1940 musical film starring Judy Garland and Mickey RooneyStrike Up the Band (album), an album by Tony Bennett with Count Basie and his Orchestra"Strike Up the Band", a song by Poison from Native Tongue

Strike up the Band, because it may be time for a celebration soon. Right?

FUSE HD???? They actually play music (as opposed to MTV/VH1)?

I would love Fuse HD, but I would hope DIY HD comes at the same time or close to it as well. That's my #1 wish.

Strike Up the Band (musical), a 1927 Broadway musical with music by George and Ira Gershwin"Strike Up the Band" (song), a song from the musicalStrike Up the Band (film), a 1940 musical film starring Judy Garland and Mickey RooneyStrike Up the Band (album), an album by Tony Bennett with Count Basie and his Orchestra"Strike Up the Band", a song by Poison from Native Tongue

Strike up the Band, because it may be time for a celebration soon. Right?

FUSE HD???? They actually play music (as opposed to MTV/VH1)?

I would love Fuse HD, but I would hope DIY HD comes at the same time or close to it as well. That's my #1 wish.

Too much influence on band. SR has used he band for other channels that were not musical.

I think that's all that is guys. A band reference, because HD is coming. I don't think he is given any hints as to WHAT HD it might be.

[Disclaimer] The definition of "soon" is based solely on DirecTV's interpretation of the word, and all similarities with dictionary definitions of the word "soon" are purely coincidental and should not be interpreted as a time frame that will come to pass within a reasonable amount of time.

I'm going with PAC12.. I know he said a mix channel, but maybe not??? I bet we hear that Pac12 goes live by this weekend.. Crossing fingers

Yeah but PAC12 is 7 channels. This is 5 channels + 1 Mix channel. The numbers don't really add up, unless they structured some really strange deal. At that rate, they may as well put the 7 HD channels on 24/7.

Also, it is noted as part-time, and they are in an area usually used for special events. The 70x are now taken by NFL Sunday Ticket, so I am thinking these channels are some sort of special event.

However, they don't start at 750.... Just not sure about these. I can't think of any major sporting events coming up soon. They aren't PPV, and PPV fights are usually in the 100s somewhere.

One other reason I don't think it is permanent, is that those channels are used by NBA League Pass when the season starts in October. (That is, 751-759 or so).

So I am thinking temporary. But what? Or maybe it is just testing something. Or internal channels for a special event. Any big conventions coming up?

[Disclaimer] The definition of "soon" is based solely on DirecTV's interpretation of the word, and all similarities with dictionary definitions of the word "soon" are purely coincidental and should not be interpreted as a time frame that will come to pass within a reasonable amount of time.

He's not sure what it is with just the marker "DTV" on it. 9755 is a "mix" channel.

All the "Grand Slam" Tennis tournaments are over for the year with the U.S. Open just finished, and the same with the PGA Golf tournaments. (There isn't even anything *close* to a tournament of size until the Ryder cup on Sept 28-30, which is not big enough for 5 or 6 channels).

With one of em being a mix channel, what could these be? Not so sure about PAC12, although a mix channel could be possible. But they wouldn't need 5 part time HD either, 2 will do just fine for almost all conflicts.... so I don't think that is it.

Speculations, speculations, what major event needs 5 channels + mix channel that is coming up soon?

I was about to counter that on given Saturdays Pac-12 doesn't even utilize that much overflow for football games..but then reading their schedule there are other things on the channel that utilize 2 or 3 overflow at a time..so maybe it's them....

Here...check out the schedule and go a few days forward..soccer & volleyball occupying some overflow..

Anyone know how many cable companies carry H2 HD? I know my local Comcrap carries H2 HD as well as E*. Looks like History Channel is moving a lot of their good shows over to H2 this fall, but D* doesn't carry that channel. Would sure like to see H2 HD added to D*'s lineup SOON!

I was about to counter that on given Saturdays Pac-12 doesn't even utilize that much overflow for football games..but reading the schedule there are other things on the channel that utilize 2 or 3 overflow at a time..so maybe it's them....

Here...check out the schedule and go a few days forward..soccer & volleyball occupying some overflow..

maybe its just another OTHER 6...who knows...wonder if its ION and the rest something else...hmm..??

But why would they place these channels in a channel range that is going to be gobbled up by the NBA in a few weeks from now? PAC12 season lasts a lot longer, they would have put it somewhere on a different channel range.

I think it is something temporary, something that is done and over with long before the NBA season starts, and quite possibly a private event or convention of some sorts.

[Disclaimer] The definition of "soon" is based solely on DirecTV's interpretation of the word, and all similarities with dictionary definitions of the word "soon" are purely coincidental and should not be interpreted as a time frame that will come to pass within a reasonable amount of time.

Anyone know how if any cable companies, or E* for that matter, carry H2 HD? Looks like History is moving a lot of their good shows over to H2 this fall, but D* doesn't carry that channel. Would sure like to see H2 HD added to D*'s lineup SOON!

Many cable systems do, as does Uverse.

If you stop responding to them or put them on ignore, then eventually they'll go away.

[Disclaimer] The definition of "soon" is based solely on DirecTV's interpretation of the word, and all similarities with dictionary definitions of the word "soon" are purely coincidental and should not be interpreted as a time frame that will come to pass within a reasonable amount of time.

But why would they place these channels in a channel range that is going to be gobbled up by the NBA in a few weeks from now? PAC12 season lasts a lot longer, they would have put it somewhere on a different channel range.

I think it is something temporary, something that is done and over with long before the NBA season starts, and quite possibly a private event or convention of some sorts.

I agree with you...I'd hate for it to be PAC-12 (while I want it, for the College FB faithful at the bar)..seems like such a waste..